Celeste delights with a beautiful, inviting ambiance, warm, attentive service, and exceptional food. From the decor to the open kitchen and consistently friendly staff, the experience feels polished yet welcoming. The menu blends Italian influences with refined, flavorful dishes like cannelloni and mushroom pasta, fresh seafood such as calamari and raw tuna, and standout plates like stracciatella salad with fig dressing, a perfectly cooked steak, and crispy duck fat potatoes, followed by desserts like a delicious chocolate cake. Fresh bread, a well chosen wine list, and well balanced cocktails, including espresso martinis, round out the meal. While the restaurant is a bit on the pricey side, the quality and the lively atmosphere make it a memorable night out for special occasions, dates, or celebrations with friends or family. A fresh downtown Montreal hotspot that many reviewers would return to again and again, praised for energy and consistently high standards across courses.
Celeste is one of those places that makes a night out with friends memorable. You'll remember where you sat & what you ate because the experience leaves a mark. From the moment you walk in, you'll notice the beautiful decor, the perfect lighting, the open, clean kitchen & smiling staff. Our waiter was funny & attentive & made wonderful suggestions. We ordered a good portion of the menu between 5 of us so we could taste everything & not a single dish was less than delectable. We were fighting over the branzino tartare & we ordered 2! Even the wine was perfect. The owners were very present & ensured that every patron was satisfied & taken care of. The head chef, Michael, who we discovered from his adjoining restaurant, Amea, ensured that our dishes were everything we hoped for. Everything he makes is a guaranteed delight. We will absolutely be back many times over. I highly recommend this beautiful restaurant. Come hungry!
Jan 19, 2026
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Excellent restaurant, amazing service, delicious food, ambiance was beautiful! I'm so happy we have a great spot in downtown with delicious Italian food!! I'm so excited to return!!
Phenomenal service from Victor!! Exquisite flavour from Frank & his chef! If there is one dish that you need to get it's the branzino. Ambience off the charts. 100/10 recommend!! This place accommodates it all, date nights, girls night, or family night, it's the perfect place ❤?
Had a great experience at Celeste. The decor & ambiance is beyond beautiful. I had an espresso martini to start & it was perfect. We shared several salads & appetizers & all was delicious. The star salad was the lobster one. Pastas & fish were also great. Will definitely return!!
Celeste is absolutely stunning. The design is flawless & you truly feel transported somewhere else the moment you walk in.
The service was incredible from start to finish. Every staff member was so warm, friendly, & genuinely knowledgeable about the menu. They gave excellent recommendations & made the whole experience feel relaxed & special.
The food was beyond delicious, incredibly fresh, high quality, & beautifully prepared. I especially appreciated the great gluten-free & vegan options. Such a gorgeous spot for a special night out, a celebratory dinner, or just a beautiful evening with friends. Can't wait to come back!
Celeste delivers a wonderful experience. The food is truly delicious, the espresso martinis are exceptional & the atmosphere is vibrant. While the service was a bit slow at times, it did not overshadow the quality of the experience. I will absolutely return.
Food was excellent overall, service provided good recommendations & the restaurant has a fantastic modern/classic vibe. The salad was a total standout, but most everything was tasty & well thought out. The tartare was a bit of a miss for us, but still good overall. Service was good & no major complaints.
If you liked Beatrice, you will like this. We will return for sure.
Great food, fantastic service & wonderful atmosphere; highly recommend this restaurant. It's not just a meal, it's an experience. Don't hesitate ; it's 100% worth it.
